How to Choose a Bodysuit That Stays in Place

Quick answer

Choose a bodysuit with a snug but not tight fit, a breathable stretch fabric, and a closure that matches your torso length to keep it from riding up.

Steps to a bodysuit that stays put

1. Measure your torso length: Sit down and measure from your shoulder to your crotch. Compare this to the bodysuit's listed torso length. A too-long torso creates bunching; a too-short one pulls and rides up. Most brands list torso length in the size chart; check it before ordering.
2. Choose a snug fit with stretch: The bodysuit should feel like a second skin when you first put it on. If it gaps at the waist or feels loose in the hips, it will shift. Look for fabrics with at least 5% elastane or spandex. A modal-spandex blend offers the right balance of hold and comfort.
3. Pick the right closure type: Snap closures let you adjust the fit at the crotch and make bathroom breaks easy. Hook-and-eye closures are more secure but less adjustable. Avoid non-closure styles for all-day wear under fitted clothes. Try the bodysuit on with the pants or skirt you plan to wear most often.
4. Test the shoulder strap tension: Adjustable straps let you fine-tune the length. If the straps are too loose, the bodysuit will sag; too tight, it will ride up at the waist. Set straps so they sit flat without digging in. Straps that slip off your shoulders usually mean the torso is too long.

Product spotlight

• HUIT - Tara - Bodysuit: Made from a modal-spandex blend, the Tara bodysuit is breathable and provides plenty of stretch for all-day comfortable wear. The stretch and breathability help the bodysuit stay smooth and in place under shirts and skirts without constant adjustment.